The football used by Diego Maradona to score his iconic 'hand of God' goal during the 1986 World Cup quarter-final against England has been sold at auction for £2.5 million. The auction took place on August 24, 2026.
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Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sold for £2.5 million at auction
The ball used by Diego Maradona in his famous 'hand of God' goal during the 1986 World Cup has been sold for £2.5 million at auction. The sale occurred on August 24, 2026.
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Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5m
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Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sold for £2.5 million at auction